Symbicort 160 mg - Turbuhaler

Symbicort 160mg Tertuhiler Active Substance Budesonide - Formoterol What are the uses of Symbicort? Used inhaler for asthma red which contains Budesonide, Formoterol to control and reduce symptoms: asthma. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Emphysema. What are the contraindications for using Symbicort? Prevent the use of Budesonide, Formoterol in the following cases: In cases of hypersensitivity to the active ingredients or any element of the other medication. As an option for initial treatment of acute asthma attacks or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Budesonide, Formoterol for shortness of breath attacks and acute bronchospasm It is worth noting that this medication is not used in cases of severe bronchospasm attacks, such as during asthma attacks or crises, but has a fixed dose that the patient takes daily without feeling any shortness of breath symptoms. What are the side effects of Symbicort? Side effects of the medication containing Budesonide, Formoterol include: Central nervous system: anxiety, headache, dizziness, fever, insomnia, speech disorder. Gastrointestinal system: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion, dry mouth. Heart and blood vessels: chest pain, palpitations. Skin: itching, rash. Respiratory system: infection, worsening of asthma, bronchitis, laryngitis, sinusitis, apnea. Musculoskeletal and nervous system: muscle pain, tremors. What precautions should be taken when using Symbicort? The medication Budesonide, Formoterol does not relieve sudden bronchospasm attacks, such as shortness of breath, so a person should always keep an inhaler containing medication to treat these sudden symptoms. Emergency medical care should also be sought if the patient's breathing problems worsen quickly, or if the symptoms of shortness of breath do not decrease after using the rescue inhaler. Caution and consultation with a doctor are necessary when taking medication containing Budesonide, Formoterol by: Heart patients. Hypertensive patients. Patients experiencing attacks. People with thyroid disorders. Diabetic patients. Patients with immune deficiency. Patients with liver diseases. Pregnant women. Breastfeeding women. Children. Budesonide, Formoterol and Glaucoma This medication may increase intraocular pressure, which could negatively affect their health condition, so the red inhaler containing Budesonide, Formoterol should not be used by glaucoma patients without consulting a doctor. Budesonide, Formoterol and bones Budesonide, Formoterol can cause a decrease in bone strength. Therefore, a patient suffering from weak bones or having risk factors for osteoporosis should be monitored during medication. What are the drug interactions of Symbicort? The doctor and pharmacist should be informed of all medications and dietary supplements the patient is taking before starting medication containing Budesonide, Formoterol. The doctor should be consulted before taking medication containing Budesonide, Formoterol concurrently with the following: Cytochrome P450 enzyme inhibitors such as Ketoconazole, Clarithromycin, Ritonavir, and others. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors. Tricyclic antidepressants, such as Amitriptyline. Beta receptor blockers, such as Carvedilol, Atenolol. Thiazide diuretics or loop diuretics. Eye drops for glaucoma. Attention should also be paid to avoid taking any other medication containing long-acting beta-2 receptor agonists, as excessive use of long-acting beta agonists may lead to increased symptoms such as chest pain, increased blood pressure, rapid or irregular heartbeat, headache, tremors, and nervousness. What are the doses of Symbicort and methods of use? The dose of medication containing Budesonide, Formoterol, and the frequency of its use depend on: the patient's age. the condition being treated. the severity of the patient's condition. other illnesses the patient suffers from. the patient's response to the initial dose. The dose is determined by the supervising doctor. Usually, treatment begins with the following doses: For treating asthma in adults or children (12 years and above): two inhalations (80 micrograms of Budesonide / 4.5 micrograms of Formoterol or 160 micrograms of Budesonide / 4.5 micrograms of Formoterol) every 12 hours. For children (6 - 11 years): two inhalations (80 micrograms of Budesonide / 4.5 micrograms of Formoterol) every 12 hours. For treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in adults (18 years and above): two inhalations (160 micrograms of Budesonide / 4.5 micrograms of Formoterol) every 12 hours. The dose may be increased depending on the severity of the disease. What are the pharmaceutical forms of Symbicort? Oral inhaler, 80/4.5, 320/9, 160/4.5, Budesonide/Formoterol. What are the storage conditions for Symbicort? Store Budesonide, Formoterol at a temperature between 20 - 25 degrees Celsius, away from moisture and